Emergency Updates
categoryHow to take part in Caribe Wave BVI
One of the best ways to improve your earthquake and tsunami preparedness is to practice. Joining the Caribbean's annual tsunami...
Handover Of Community Centres In Collaboration With PAHO And The EU
Three state-of-the-art community centres have been officially handed over to the Government of the Virgin Islands. Premier and Minister of...
Renovations Complete at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre
Renovations are complete at Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre, which also serves as an emergency shelter. The building now meets...
It’s Almost Time for Caribe Wave
It's almost time for Caribe Wave! This video from the UNESCO/IOC explains why the annual drill is important. And don't...
Prospective Volunteers Can Register on DDM Website
Did you know that you can sign up to be an official volunteer in case of emergencies or disasters? Simply...
Oil Spill Responders Upgrade Their Skills
Thirty-five persons have received training from Ambipar Response in best practices for managing oil spill events. The sessions were held...
Public Sector Workers Certified In Social Protection Systems
More than 30 Virgin Islands public sector workers have been trained and certified in Shock Responsive Social Protection System. The...
SYSTEM TEST SET FOR FEBRUARY 24
The Department of Disaster Management will test the National Early Warning and Multi-hazard Alert System on Friday, February 24. The...
Caribbean Regional Climate Centre’s Tourism Climatic Bulletin Available
A weak to moderate La Niña event persisting in the Pacific Ocean, means that cooler but wetter conditions can be...
PÚBLICO INVITADO A UNIRSE AL EJERCICIO CARIBE WAVE 2023
El Departamento de Manejo de Desastres (DDM) alienta a los residentes de las Islas Vírgenes a unirse al ejercicio anual...